Teacher in Texas City apprehended, charged with plotting to escort minor to a hotel
John Derrick Taylor, a 55-year-old math teacher and powerlifting coach at Texas City High School, was arrested and charged with online solicitation of a minor in mid-July 2025. The arrest was made by the Harris County Constable Precinct One Office, a member of the Houston-Metro Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.
According to the sources, the charges against Taylor stem from an undercover investigation where he communicated with an undercover officer posing as a 15-year-old girl. Taylor is accused of planning to meet this "minor" for sexual purposes and even sent explicit photos during these online conversations. He is also accused of planning to take the minor to a hotel for sexual intercourse.
The constable's office did not provide any details about the undercover operation that led to Taylor's arrest or any additional evidence used to pursue the case against him. However, they reiterated their commitment to pursuing online predators, stating that "no matter who they are or where they roam, predators are subject to being pursued by their detectives."
Taylor's arrest is a reminder of the ongoing efforts by law enforcement agencies to combat sexual crimes against minors in Texas. The Harris County Constable Precinct One Office, led by Alan Rosen, is actively pursuing online predators. Anyone with information about the case is asked to contact the Harris County Constable Precinct One Internet Crimes Against Children Unit at 713-222-4929.
Taylor, who has previously worked in other districts in the region and in Fort Stockton, West Texas, is currently facing up to 10 years in prison for the charges against him. The constable's office did not provide any updates on the status of Taylor's arrest or any court proceedings.
This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of vigilance and the pursuit of justice in cases involving the online exploitation of minors. The Office of Harris County Constable Precinct One urges anyone with information about similar cases to come forward and help keep our communities safe.
- The arrest of John Derrick Taylor, a math teacher in Texas City High School, underscores the significance of general-news topics, particularly crime and justice, as he was charged with online solicitation of a minor in mid-July 2025.
- Texas' public safety is emphasized with the ongoing efforts to combat crime, as shown by the Harris County Constable Precinct One Office's pursuit of online predators like Taylor, who is accused of planning to meet a minor for sexual purposes.
- Education-and-self-development institutions ought to prioritize health and well-being, as the arrest of Taylor, a powerlifting coach, highlights the potential consequences of criminal activities such as online solicitation of a minor.
- While the weather in Texas may dominate local news, cases like Taylor's serve as a wake-up call to the broader implications of crime against minors, emphasizing the need for continuous vigilance and cooperation with law enforcement agencies in the fight against these heinous acts.
